In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing the inverter, after 8.5 years this system will be earning almost $2000 per year.
Please consider sharing, subscribing, liking, etc. If you would like to help support this channel, $1 per month on Patreon would be greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/FarmCraft101
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FarmCraft101/

published:06 Oct 2017

views:937084

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
**UPDATE**
Was Our OffGridSolar System a Mistake?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jz-kUiwsJk
Want ToSupport Our Efforts?https://www.paypal.me/GuildbrookFarm
Guildbrook FarmTees: https://goo.gl/RZTEG8
RELATED VIDEOS:
Why Are We Off Grid? Our Reasons For Off-Grid Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2pfJLR9Ag
Is It Cheaper Off-Grid? Our First 5 Months Living Off The Grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBU4K63t5RY
How We Found Our Off Grid HomesteadProperty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef6o69i43PA
Building a DIY Off Grid Solar System: https://goo.gl/8SQ4eu
Guildbrook Farm is an off grid, modern homestead located in the foothills of Appalachia. We take you along on our journey to become more self reliant by growing an organic garden, raising heritage breed chickens and pigs, improve our skills in canning and food preservation, building off the grid renewable energy systems, prepping for events such as natural disasters, and learning old time skills. Join us as we build an off-grid cabin and homestead from raw land while remaining debt-free. Follow our successes and failures as we learn to live a more simple, sustainable lifestyle.
Thanks for watching!
Jeremy, Jaime, Marina, and Ilaria ❤️
Guildbrook Farm
201Tom HallStreet #1171
Fort Mill, SC 29715-1171

Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You can read some of his past explainers on the duck curve, and its solutions at the links below:
https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/20/17128478/solar-duck-curve-nrel-researcher
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/10/10960848/solar-energy-duck-curve
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/8/11376196/california-grid-expansion
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/12/10970858/flattening-duck-curve-renewable-energy
And if you would like to read some of the source material used in the video above, you can check those out here: https://www.caiso.com/documents/flexibleresourceshelprenewables_fastfacts.pdf https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy16osti/65023.pdf
Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com.
Watch our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/IZONyE
Follow Vox on Facebook: http://goo.gl/U2g06o
Or Twitter: http://goo.gl/XFrZ5H

published:09 May 2018

views:1591995

Thanks to ECOTAP VPD, renewable energies and new forms of demand can be economically integrated into the grid, making elaborate and expensive grid reinforcement unnecessary.

published:11 May 2016

views:2443

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and more.
Follow TED on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks
Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED
Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED

published:19 Feb 2018

views:166293

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
SpecialNote:
Offshore wind energy footage courtesy of Vestas.

published:22 Jan 2015

views:6085

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
You can also check out how we installed our 300Watt system in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdSl...
and this blog post:
http://www.exploringalternatives.ca/w...
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
-------------------------------------------------------------
STAY IN TOUCH!
------------------------------------------------------------
Blog: www.exploringalternatives.ca
Facebook: /exploringalternativesblog
Instagram: @exploringalternatives
Music & SongCredits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat Dubé of Exploring Alternatives.

published:26 Aug 2015

views:630605

The Ultimate Guide to DIYOffGridSolar Power from Tin HatRanch | Subscribe: http://bit.ly/THRSub
Popular Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRPopular
Check below the description for the current (2019) parts list. Start with the Kill-A-Watt meter: https://amzn.to/2LOG5BN
DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "UltimateGuide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Most Current 2019 Parts List:
Renogy 400 WattPremium Solar Kit: https://amzn.to/2LOsXMM
Renogy 1000 Watt Sine WaveInverter: https://amzn.to/2Rb0k2s
Renogy 2000 Watt Sine Wave Inverter (SystemUpdate): https://amzn.to/2CNUhYX
Voltage Readout: https://amzn.to/2LUUkFe
Inline Fuse Holder: https://amzn.to/2F9FuJm
200AMP Inline Fuse: https://amzn.to/2LQjDYX
Outdoor LoadCenter: https://amzn.to/2VtkPpv
Breaker (only used as a switch, not for safety): https://amzn.to/2VuDZeH
DirectBurialCable: https://amzn.to/2Ryh7Mi
Disconnect Box: https://amzn.to/2SA6KEY
Battery Disconnect Switch: https://amzn.to/2LOz6sB
(4) Batteries: https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery/sli/bci-group-gc2/sligc125
Most installations will require additional components, like a method to mount the panels (basic mount included in Renogy kit), local wiring, battery box, terminal strips, etc. These can be purchased at a local home improvement store.
Follow Tin Hat Ranch:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/tinhatranch/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tinhatranch
Patreon: https://patreon.com/tinhatranch
Website: http://tinhatranch.com/
Watch More Tin Hat Ranch:
Recent Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRRecent
NuclearBombs: Survival & Effects: http://bit.ly/THRNukes
DIY Off Grid Solar Power: http://bit.ly/THRSolarPower
Survival Tutorials: http://bit.ly/THRTutorials
Products:
Renogy Lycan Powerbox: http://goo.gl/8Ms1o0
The Kill-A-Watt: http://goo.gl/DSBem4
Renogy 400 Watt Premium Solar Kit: http://goo.gl/20z4Q6
Renogy 1000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter: http://goo.gl/mO7jxB
Batteries Plus: http://goo.gl/I50qww
Duracell SLIGC125: http://goo.gl/32JmnS
Guides:
Ultimate Guide to Off Grid Solar: http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Schematic of the Tin Hat Ranch 400 Watt Renogy System: http://goo.gl/UEmIe3
Solar Assessment Worksheet: http://goo.gl/3KVxYY
Music:
"Come Play With Me" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
About Tin Hat Ranch:
YouTube's Survival, Prepping, and Gear channel, the Tin Hat Ranch. Watch and learn to survive whatever It may be through a combination of critical thinking, knowledge, and gear. Remember, all of the gear in the world is useless if you don't know how to use it, didn't know why you needed it, or simply didn't know it existed. Every survival situation is a problem that has a solution.
Thanks for Watching!

The International Energy Agency projected in 2014 that under its "high renewables" scenario, by 2050, solar photovoltaics and concentrated solar power would contribute about 16 and 11 percent, respectively, of the worldwide electricity consumption, and solar would be the world's largest source of electricity. Most solar installations would be in China and India.

Photovoltaics were initially solely used as a source of electricity for small and medium-sized applications, from the calculator powered by a single solar cell to remote homes powered by an off-grid rooftop PV system. As the cost of solar electricity has fallen, the number of grid-connected solar PV systems has grown into the millions and utility-scale solar power stations with hundreds of megawatts are being built. Solar PV is rapidly becoming an inexpensive, low-carbon technology to harness renewable energy from the Sun.

Crossovers

References

Solar (room)

The solar was a room in many English and French medievalmanor houses, great houses and castles, generally situated on an upper storey, designed as the family's private living and sleeping quarters. In such houses, the main ground-floor room was known as the Great Hall, in which all members of the household, including tenants, employees and servants, would eat. Those of highest status would be at the end, often on a raised dais, and those of lesser status further down the hall. But a need was felt for more privacy to be enjoyed by the head of the household, and, especially, by the senior women of the household. The solar was a room for their particular benefit, in which they could be alone and away from the hustle, bustle, noise and smells (including cooking smells) of the Great Hall.

The solar was generally smaller than the Great Hall, because it was not expected to accommodate so many people, but it was a room of comfort and status, and usually included a fireplace and often decorative woodwork or tapestries/wall hangings.

Solar (Taeyang album)

Solar is the first full-length solo album by Korean singer Taeyang, member of Big Bang. The album was released in two forms: the "Regular Edition" and the "Deluxe Edition" which is limited to 30,000 copies worldwide. The lead-single was "I Need a Girl" featuring his bandmate G-Dragon. On July 9, 2010, Taeyang's solo album Solar hit second place on iTunes' Top R&B-Soul albums chart in the United States and first place in Canada, the first time for an Asian musician. In Solar, Taeyang put much effort into enhancing his vocal skills as well as his composing, co-writing as many as four songs ("Solar", "Where U At", "Wedding Dress", and "Take It Slow") and writing lyrics for "Take It Slow".

Taeyang's first international album, Solar International, is the first ever K-Pop music release to be sold worldwide on iTunes as both an audio and video album. The audio version (complete with a digital booklet) hit iTunes stores on August 19, 2010, while the video version (bundled with bonus, behind the scenes documentaries) arrived by September 10, 2010. The audio album combines both English and Korean hits from his past and present albums including "I'll Be There", "Connection" (feat. BIG TONE), "Wedding Dress" and "I Need a Girl (feat. G-Dragon)". On August 26, 2010, Solar's International album made it to fifth place on iTunes' Top R&B-Soul albums chart in the United States and Japan, and third place in Canada.

SOVIM (Solar Variantions and Irradiance Monitor) instrument is based on an earlier instrument (SOVA) which flew aboard the European Retrievable Carrier, launched on STS-46 in 1992. It is designed to measure solar radiation with wavelengths from 200 nanometers - 100 micrometers. This covers near-ultraviolet, visible and infrared areas of the spectrum.

SOLSPEC (Solar Spectral irradiance measurements) is designed to measure the solar spectral irradiance in the 165 - 3000 nanometer range with high spectral resolution.

Since its formation in 1997, the original Tin Hat Trio has often expanded its trio format by inviting other musicians to join them. All of their CDs feature guests, among them Tom Waits, Mike Patton and Willie Nelson, as well as friends like clarinetistBen Goldberg and harpistZeena Parkins. Parkins appears on 2002's The Rodeo Eroded and 2004's Book of Silk and has performed live with the trio as the resident sound effects artist in their live music/silent film projects. Goldberg has been a frequent guest of Tin Hat Trio and contributed to both Memory Is an Elephant and The Rodeo Eroded.

When founding member Rob Burger (the trio's accordionist and pianist) left the trio in late 2004, Mark Orton and Carla Kihlstedt replaced him with both Goldberg and Parkins, presenting a new, though closely related, ensemble—the Tin Hat Quartet—for two short concert tours in the U.S. in January and April 2005. While on tour, they invited another musician to come under their hat, San Francisco's Ara Anderson—known as one of Tom Waits' favorite sidemen in recent years. Like the departed Burger, Anderson plays myriad keyed instruments as well as trumpet and glockenspiel, thus adding new colors and strokes to the already large canvas of Tin Hat's sound.

In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing the inverter, after 8.5 years this system will be earning almost $2000 per year.
Please consider sharing, subscribing, liking, etc. If you would like to help support this channel, $1 per month on Patreon would be greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/FarmCraft101
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/FarmCraft101/

12:48

The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
**UPDATE**
Was Our OffGridSolar System a Mistake?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jz-kUiwsJk
Want ToSupport Our Efforts?https://www.paypal.me/GuildbrookFarm
Guildbrook FarmTees: https://goo.gl/RZTEG8
RELATED VIDEOS:
Why Are We Off Grid? Our Reasons For Off-Grid Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2pfJLR9Ag
Is It Cheaper Off-Grid? Our First 5 Months Living Off The Grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBU4K63t5RY
How We Found Our Off Grid HomesteadProperty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef6o69i43PA
Building a DIY Off Grid Solar System: https://goo.gl/8SQ4eu
Guildbrook Farm is an off grid, modern homestead located in the foothills of Appalachia. We take you along on our journey to become more self reliant by growing an organic garden, raising heritage breed chickens and pigs, improve our skills in canning and food preservation, building off the grid renewable energy systems, prepping for events such as natural disasters, and learning old time skills. Join us as we build an off-grid cabin and homestead from raw land while remaining debt-free. Follow our successes and failures as we learn to live a more simple, sustainable lifestyle.
Thanks for watching!
Jeremy, Jaime, Marina, and Ilaria ❤️
Guildbrook Farm
201Tom HallStreet #1171
Fort Mill, SC 29715-1171

The 'duck curve' is solar energy's greatest challenge

Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You can read some of his past explainers on the duck curve, and its solutions at the links below:
https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/20/17128478/solar-duck-curve-nrel-researcher
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/10/10960848/solar-energy-duck-curve
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/8/11376196/california-grid-expansion
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/12/10970858/flattening-duck-curve-renewable-energy
And if you would like to read some of the source material used in the video above, you can check those out here: https://www.caiso.com/documents/flexibleresourceshelprenewables_fastfacts.pdf https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy16osti/65023.pdf
Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com.
Watch our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/IZONyE
Follow Vox on Facebook: http://goo.gl/U2g06o
Or Twitter: http://goo.gl/XFrZ5H

2:37

Integrating renewable energy into grids

Integrating renewable energy into grids

Integrating renewable energy into grids

Thanks to ECOTAP VPD, renewable energies and new forms of demand can be economically integrated into the grid, making elaborate and expensive grid reinforcement unnecessary.

14:29

The thrilling potential for off-grid solar energy | Amar Inamdar

The thrilling potential for off-grid solar energy | Amar Inamdar

The thrilling potential for off-grid solar energy | Amar Inamdar

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and more.
Follow TED on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks
Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED
Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED

3:21

Redefining What's Possible for Renewable Energy: Grid Integration

Redefining What's Possible for Renewable Energy: Grid Integration

Redefining What's Possible for Renewable Energy: Grid Integration

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
SpecialNote:
Offshore wind energy footage courtesy of Vestas.

8:48

Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
You can also check out how we installed our 300Watt system in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdSl...
and this blog post:
http://www.exploringalternatives.ca/w...
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
-------------------------------------------------------------
STAY IN TOUCH!
------------------------------------------------------------
Blog: www.exploringalternatives.ca
Facebook: /exploringalternativesblog
Instagram: @exploringalternatives
Music & SongCredits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat Dubé of Exploring Alternatives.

47:46

The Ultimate Guide To DIY Off Grid Solar Power | Tin Hat Ranch

The Ultimate Guide To DIY Off Grid Solar Power | Tin Hat Ranch

The Ultimate Guide To DIY Off Grid Solar Power | Tin Hat Ranch

The Ultimate Guide to DIYOffGridSolar Power from Tin HatRanch | Subscribe: http://bit.ly/THRSub
Popular Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRPopular
Check below the description for the current (2019) parts list. Start with the Kill-A-Watt meter: https://amzn.to/2LOG5BN
DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "UltimateGuide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Most Current 2019 Parts List:
Renogy 400 WattPremium Solar Kit: https://amzn.to/2LOsXMM
Renogy 1000 Watt Sine WaveInverter: https://amzn.to/2Rb0k2s
Renogy 2000 Watt Sine Wave Inverter (SystemUpdate): https://amzn.to/2CNUhYX
Voltage Readout: https://amzn.to/2LUUkFe
Inline Fuse Holder: https://amzn.to/2F9FuJm
200AMP Inline Fuse: https://amzn.to/2LQjDYX
Outdoor LoadCenter: https://amzn.to/2VtkPpv
Breaker (only used as a switch, not for safety): https://amzn.to/2VuDZeH
DirectBurialCable: https://amzn.to/2Ryh7Mi
Disconnect Box: https://amzn.to/2SA6KEY
Battery Disconnect Switch: https://amzn.to/2LOz6sB
(4) Batteries: https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery/sli/bci-group-gc2/sligc125
Most installations will require additional components, like a method to mount the panels (basic mount included in Renogy kit), local wiring, battery box, terminal strips, etc. These can be purchased at a local home improvement store.
Follow Tin Hat Ranch:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/tinhatranch/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tinhatranch
Patreon: https://patreon.com/tinhatranch
Website: http://tinhatranch.com/
Watch More Tin Hat Ranch:
Recent Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRRecent
NuclearBombs: Survival & Effects: http://bit.ly/THRNukes
DIY Off Grid Solar Power: http://bit.ly/THRSolarPower
Survival Tutorials: http://bit.ly/THRTutorials
Products:
Renogy Lycan Powerbox: http://goo.gl/8Ms1o0
The Kill-A-Watt: http://goo.gl/DSBem4
Renogy 400 Watt Premium Solar Kit: http://goo.gl/20z4Q6
Renogy 1000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter: http://goo.gl/mO7jxB
Batteries Plus: http://goo.gl/I50qww
Duracell SLIGC125: http://goo.gl/32JmnS
Guides:
Ultimate Guide to Off Grid Solar: http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Schematic of the Tin Hat Ranch 400 Watt Renogy System: http://goo.gl/UEmIe3
Solar Assessment Worksheet: http://goo.gl/3KVxYY
Music:
"Come Play With Me" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
About Tin Hat Ranch:
YouTube's Survival, Prepping, and Gear channel, the Tin Hat Ranch. Watch and learn to survive whatever It may be through a combination of critical thinking, knowledge, and gear. Remember, all of the gear in the world is useless if you don't know how to use it, didn't know why you needed it, or simply didn't know it existed. Every survival situation is a problem that has a solution.
Thanks for Watching!

GRID TIE INVERTER SOLAR panel POWER EASY Electricity Savings

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see how well it worked. POWER INVERTERS.
Electric utility companies refer to residential grid-tie solar power arrays as distributed generation (DG) generators. They use this term because your solar panels are producing and distributing electrical power back into our utility grid.
Islanding refers to the condition of a DG generator that continues to feed the circuit with power, even after power from the electric utility grid has been cut off. Islanding can pose a dangerous threat to utility workers, who may not realize that a circuit is still "live" while attempting to work on the line. Distributed generators must detect islanding and immediately stop feeding the utility lines with power. This is known as anti-islanding. A grid-tied solar power system is required by law to have a gridtie inverter with an anti-islanding function, which senses when a power outage occurs and shuts itself off.
One common misconception is that a grid tied system will continue to generate power during a blackout. Unless there is a battery back-up system, the gridtie solar system will not produce power when the grid is down.

In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing th...

published: 06 Oct 2017

The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
**UPDATE**
Was Our OffGridSolar System a Mistake?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jz-kUiwsJk
Want ToSupport Our Efforts?https://www.paypal.me/GuildbrookFarm
Guildbrook FarmTees: https://goo.gl/RZTEG8
RELATED VIDEOS:
Why Are We Off Grid? Our Reasons For Off-Grid Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2pfJLR9Ag
Is It Cheaper Off-Grid? Our First 5 Months Living Off The Grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBU4K63t5RY
How We Found Our Off Grid HomesteadProperty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef6o69i43PA
Building a DIY Off Grid Solar System: https://goo.gl/8SQ4eu
Guildbrook Farm is an off grid, modern homeste...

The 'duck curve' is solar energy's greatest challenge

Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You c...

published: 09 May 2018

Integrating renewable energy into grids

Thanks to ECOTAP VPD, renewable energies and new forms of demand can be economically integrated into the grid, making elaborate and expensive grid reinforcement unnecessary.

published: 11 May 2016

The thrilling potential for off-grid solar energy | Amar Inamdar

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in ...

published: 19 Feb 2018

Redefining What's Possible for Renewable Energy: Grid Integration

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
SpecialNote:
Offshore wind energy footage courtesy of Vestas.

published: 22 Jan 2015

Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
You can also check out how we installed our 300Watt system in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdSl...
and this blog post:
http://www.exploringalternatives.ca/w...
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
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Facebook: /exploringalternativesblog
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Music ...

published: 26 Aug 2015

The Ultimate Guide To DIY Off Grid Solar Power | Tin Hat Ranch

The Ultimate Guide to DIYOffGridSolar Power from Tin HatRanch | Subscribe: http://bit.ly/THRSub
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Check below the description for the current (2019) parts list. Start with the Kill-A-Watt meter: https://amzn.to/2LOG5BN
DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that yo...

published: 14 May 2016

On-Grid-Connected Solar Power System Working, Installation in India

Solar EnergyIndia www.solarenergypanels.in -A SolarCompany in India
The grid connect inverter converts the DC electricity produced by the solar panels into 240 V AC electricity, which can then be used by the property/household. If a grid connect system is producing more power than is being consumed, the surplus is fed into the mains power grid to Govt. Govt will adjust the same in your next electricity bill or pay you for the same. Here is complete Detail, Size, Watt, Volt, Working, Technical Specification and Cost of 1kW 2kW 5kW and 10kW On-Grid Solar Power Plants.
Our ProductRangeHome : https://www.solarenergypanels.in/
Power Plants: https://solarenergypanels.in/solar-power-plants/
Off Grid1Kw-10Kw : https://solarenergypanels.in/1kw-2kw-5kw-10kw-off-grid-solar-power-plants/
On Gri...

published: 09 Oct 2017

GRID TIE INVERTER SOLAR panel POWER EASY Electricity Savings

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see how well it worked. POWER INVERTERS.
Electric utility companies refer to residential grid-tie solar power arrays as distributed generation (DG) generators. They use this term because your solar panels are producing and distributing electrical power back into our utility grid.
Islanding refers to the condition of a DG generator that continues to feed the circuit with power, even after power from the electric utility grid has been cut off. Islanding can pose a dangerous threat to utility workers, who may not realize that a circuit is still "live" while attempting to work on the line. Distributed generators must detect islanding and ...

In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a sol...

In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing the inverter, after 8.5 years this system will be earning almost $2000 per year.
Please consider sharing, subscribing, liking, etc. If you would like to help support this channel, $1 per month on Patreon would be greatly appreciated!
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In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing the inverter, after 8.5 years this system will be earning almost $2000 per year.
Please consider sharing, subscribing, liking, etc. If you would like to help support this channel, $1 per month on Patreon would be greatly appreciated!
https://www.patreon.com/FarmCraft101
Facebook:
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The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off th...

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
**UPDATE**
Was Our OffGridSolar System a Mistake?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jz-kUiwsJk
Want ToSupport Our Efforts?https://www.paypal.me/GuildbrookFarm
Guildbrook FarmTees: https://goo.gl/RZTEG8
RELATED VIDEOS:
Why Are We Off Grid? Our Reasons For Off-Grid Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2pfJLR9Ag
Is It Cheaper Off-Grid? Our First 5 Months Living Off The Grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBU4K63t5RY
How We Found Our Off Grid HomesteadProperty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef6o69i43PA
Building a DIY Off Grid Solar System: https://goo.gl/8SQ4eu
Guildbrook Farm is an off grid, modern homestead located in the foothills of Appalachia. We take you along on our journey to become more self reliant by growing an organic garden, raising heritage breed chickens and pigs, improve our skills in canning and food preservation, building off the grid renewable energy systems, prepping for events such as natural disasters, and learning old time skills. Join us as we build an off-grid cabin and homestead from raw land while remaining debt-free. Follow our successes and failures as we learn to live a more simple, sustainable lifestyle.
Thanks for watching!
Jeremy, Jaime, Marina, and Ilaria ❤️
Guildbrook Farm
201Tom HallStreet #1171
Fort Mill, SC 29715-1171

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
**UPDATE**
Was Our OffGridSolar System a Mistake?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Jz-kUiwsJk
Want ToSupport Our Efforts?https://www.paypal.me/GuildbrookFarm
Guildbrook FarmTees: https://goo.gl/RZTEG8
RELATED VIDEOS:
Why Are We Off Grid? Our Reasons For Off-Grid Living: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr2pfJLR9Ag
Is It Cheaper Off-Grid? Our First 5 Months Living Off The Grid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBU4K63t5RY
How We Found Our Off Grid HomesteadProperty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ef6o69i43PA
Building a DIY Off Grid Solar System: https://goo.gl/8SQ4eu
Guildbrook Farm is an off grid, modern homestead located in the foothills of Appalachia. We take you along on our journey to become more self reliant by growing an organic garden, raising heritage breed chickens and pigs, improve our skills in canning and food preservation, building off the grid renewable energy systems, prepping for events such as natural disasters, and learning old time skills. Join us as we build an off-grid cabin and homestead from raw land while remaining debt-free. Follow our successes and failures as we learn to live a more simple, sustainable lifestyle.
Thanks for watching!
Jeremy, Jaime, Marina, and Ilaria ❤️
Guildbrook Farm
201Tom HallStreet #1171
Fort Mill, SC 29715-1171

Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You can read some of his past explainers on the duck curve, and its solutions at the links below:
https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/20/17128478/solar-duck-curve-nrel-researcher
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/10/10960848/solar-energy-duck-curve
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/8/11376196/california-grid-expansion
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/12/10970858/flattening-duck-curve-renewable-energy
And if you would like to read some of the source material used in the video above, you can check those out here: https://www.caiso.com/documents/flexibleresourceshelprenewables_fastfacts.pdf https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy16osti/65023.pdf
Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com.
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Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
Subscribe to our channel! http://goo.gl/0bsAjO
Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You can read some of his past explainers on the duck curve, and its solutions at the links below:
https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/20/17128478/solar-duck-curve-nrel-researcher
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/10/10960848/solar-energy-duck-curve
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/8/11376196/california-grid-expansion
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/12/10970858/flattening-duck-curve-renewable-energy
And if you would like to read some of the source material used in the video above, you can check those out here: https://www.caiso.com/documents/flexibleresourceshelprenewables_fastfacts.pdf https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy16osti/65023.pdf
Vox.com is a news website that helps you cut through the noise and understand what's really driving the events in the headlines. Check out http://www.vox.com.
Watch our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/IZONyE
Follow Vox on Facebook: http://goo.gl/U2g06o
Or Twitter: http://goo.gl/XFrZ5H

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and more.
Follow TED on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks
Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED
Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
Check out more TED Talks: http://www.ted.com
The TED Talks channel features the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes (or less). Look for talks on Technology, Entertainment and Design -- plus science, business, global issues, the arts and more.
Follow TED on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TEDTalks
Like TED on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TED
Subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/TED

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
SpecialNote:
Offshore wind energy footage courtesy of Vestas.

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
SpecialNote:
Offshore wind energy footage courtesy of Vestas.

Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure ...

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
You can also check out how we installed our 300Watt system in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdSl...
and this blog post:
http://www.exploringalternatives.ca/w...
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
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STAY IN TOUCH!
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Blog: www.exploringalternatives.ca
Facebook: /exploringalternativesblog
Instagram: @exploringalternatives
Music & SongCredits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat Dubé of Exploring Alternatives.

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
You can also check out how we installed our 300Watt system in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEdSl...
and this blog post:
http://www.exploringalternatives.ca/w...
Thanks for watching!
Mat & Danielle
-------------------------------------------------------------
STAY IN TOUCH!
------------------------------------------------------------
Blog: www.exploringalternatives.ca
Facebook: /exploringalternativesblog
Instagram: @exploringalternatives
Music & SongCredits:
All music in this video was composed, performed, and recorded by Mat Dubé of Exploring Alternatives.

The Ultimate Guide to DIYOffGridSolar Power from Tin HatRanch | Subscribe: http://bit.ly/THRSub
Popular Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRPopular
Check below the description for the current (2019) parts list. Start with the Kill-A-Watt meter: https://amzn.to/2LOG5BN
DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "UltimateGuide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Most Current 2019 Parts List:
Renogy 400 WattPremium Solar Kit: https://amzn.to/2LOsXMM
Renogy 1000 Watt Sine WaveInverter: https://amzn.to/2Rb0k2s
Renogy 2000 Watt Sine Wave Inverter (SystemUpdate): https://amzn.to/2CNUhYX
Voltage Readout: https://amzn.to/2LUUkFe
Inline Fuse Holder: https://amzn.to/2F9FuJm
200AMP Inline Fuse: https://amzn.to/2LQjDYX
Outdoor LoadCenter: https://amzn.to/2VtkPpv
Breaker (only used as a switch, not for safety): https://amzn.to/2VuDZeH
DirectBurialCable: https://amzn.to/2Ryh7Mi
Disconnect Box: https://amzn.to/2SA6KEY
Battery Disconnect Switch: https://amzn.to/2LOz6sB
(4) Batteries: https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery/sli/bci-group-gc2/sligc125
Most installations will require additional components, like a method to mount the panels (basic mount included in Renogy kit), local wiring, battery box, terminal strips, etc. These can be purchased at a local home improvement store.
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Survival Tutorials: http://bit.ly/THRTutorials
Products:
Renogy Lycan Powerbox: http://goo.gl/8Ms1o0
The Kill-A-Watt: http://goo.gl/DSBem4
Renogy 400 Watt Premium Solar Kit: http://goo.gl/20z4Q6
Renogy 1000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter: http://goo.gl/mO7jxB
Batteries Plus: http://goo.gl/I50qww
Duracell SLIGC125: http://goo.gl/32JmnS
Guides:
Ultimate Guide to Off Grid Solar: http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Schematic of the Tin Hat Ranch 400 Watt Renogy System: http://goo.gl/UEmIe3
Solar Assessment Worksheet: http://goo.gl/3KVxYY
Music:
"Come Play With Me" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
About Tin Hat Ranch:
YouTube's Survival, Prepping, and Gear channel, the Tin Hat Ranch. Watch and learn to survive whatever It may be through a combination of critical thinking, knowledge, and gear. Remember, all of the gear in the world is useless if you don't know how to use it, didn't know why you needed it, or simply didn't know it existed. Every survival situation is a problem that has a solution.
Thanks for Watching!

The Ultimate Guide to DIYOffGridSolar Power from Tin HatRanch | Subscribe: http://bit.ly/THRSub
Popular Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRPopular
Check below the description for the current (2019) parts list. Start with the Kill-A-Watt meter: https://amzn.to/2LOG5BN
DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "UltimateGuide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Most Current 2019 Parts List:
Renogy 400 WattPremium Solar Kit: https://amzn.to/2LOsXMM
Renogy 1000 Watt Sine WaveInverter: https://amzn.to/2Rb0k2s
Renogy 2000 Watt Sine Wave Inverter (SystemUpdate): https://amzn.to/2CNUhYX
Voltage Readout: https://amzn.to/2LUUkFe
Inline Fuse Holder: https://amzn.to/2F9FuJm
200AMP Inline Fuse: https://amzn.to/2LQjDYX
Outdoor LoadCenter: https://amzn.to/2VtkPpv
Breaker (only used as a switch, not for safety): https://amzn.to/2VuDZeH
DirectBurialCable: https://amzn.to/2Ryh7Mi
Disconnect Box: https://amzn.to/2SA6KEY
Battery Disconnect Switch: https://amzn.to/2LOz6sB
(4) Batteries: https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery/sli/bci-group-gc2/sligc125
Most installations will require additional components, like a method to mount the panels (basic mount included in Renogy kit), local wiring, battery box, terminal strips, etc. These can be purchased at a local home improvement store.
Follow Tin Hat Ranch:
Facebook: https://facebook.com/tinhatranch/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tinhatranch
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Website: http://tinhatranch.com/
Watch More Tin Hat Ranch:
Recent Uploads: http://bit.ly/THRRecent
NuclearBombs: Survival & Effects: http://bit.ly/THRNukes
DIY Off Grid Solar Power: http://bit.ly/THRSolarPower
Survival Tutorials: http://bit.ly/THRTutorials
Products:
Renogy Lycan Powerbox: http://goo.gl/8Ms1o0
The Kill-A-Watt: http://goo.gl/DSBem4
Renogy 400 Watt Premium Solar Kit: http://goo.gl/20z4Q6
Renogy 1000 Watt Pure Sine Wave Inverter: http://goo.gl/mO7jxB
Batteries Plus: http://goo.gl/I50qww
Duracell SLIGC125: http://goo.gl/32JmnS
Guides:
Ultimate Guide to Off Grid Solar: http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Schematic of the Tin Hat Ranch 400 Watt Renogy System: http://goo.gl/UEmIe3
Solar Assessment Worksheet: http://goo.gl/3KVxYY
Music:
"Come Play With Me" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution3.0
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
About Tin Hat Ranch:
YouTube's Survival, Prepping, and Gear channel, the Tin Hat Ranch. Watch and learn to survive whatever It may be through a combination of critical thinking, knowledge, and gear. Remember, all of the gear in the world is useless if you don't know how to use it, didn't know why you needed it, or simply didn't know it existed. Every survival situation is a problem that has a solution.
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GRID TIE INVERTER SOLAR panel POWER EASY Electricity Savings

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see ...

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see how well it worked. POWER INVERTERS.
Electric utility companies refer to residential grid-tie solar power arrays as distributed generation (DG) generators. They use this term because your solar panels are producing and distributing electrical power back into our utility grid.
Islanding refers to the condition of a DG generator that continues to feed the circuit with power, even after power from the electric utility grid has been cut off. Islanding can pose a dangerous threat to utility workers, who may not realize that a circuit is still "live" while attempting to work on the line. Distributed generators must detect islanding and immediately stop feeding the utility lines with power. This is known as anti-islanding. A grid-tied solar power system is required by law to have a gridtie inverter with an anti-islanding function, which senses when a power outage occurs and shuts itself off.
One common misconception is that a grid tied system will continue to generate power during a blackout. Unless there is a battery back-up system, the gridtie solar system will not produce power when the grid is down.

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see how well it worked. POWER INVERTERS.
Electric utility companies refer to residential grid-tie solar power arrays as distributed generation (DG) generators. They use this term because your solar panels are producing and distributing electrical power back into our utility grid.
Islanding refers to the condition of a DG generator that continues to feed the circuit with power, even after power from the electric utility grid has been cut off. Islanding can pose a dangerous threat to utility workers, who may not realize that a circuit is still "live" while attempting to work on the line. Distributed generators must detect islanding and immediately stop feeding the utility lines with power. This is known as anti-islanding. A grid-tied solar power system is required by law to have a gridtie inverter with an anti-islanding function, which senses when a power outage occurs and shuts itself off.
One common misconception is that a grid tied system will continue to generate power during a blackout. Unless there is a battery back-up system, the gridtie solar system will not produce power when the grid is down.

In Part 1, I go through the pros and cons of a grid-tied solar system in detail. We recently had a 9.1kw solar system installed, and even though I am not a solar expert, I learned a lot in the process! Hopefully other can benefit from my experience.
The ugly truth: With a grid-tie system, you cannot use your solar panels in a power outage!
My Solaredge inverter: https://amzn.to/2TdZJKn
My Schneider backup inverter: https://amzn.to/2TgLynU
Part 2: https://youtu.be/gPycyuVJ_Cg
Part 3: https://youtu.be/F1q5uIzjj_M
Part 4: https://youtu.be/gAswWVETWKo
I will break even on my cost in about 8.5 years. The panels have a 25 year warranty. The grid tied inverter ($1200) has a 10 year warranty. Of course the inverter may last 15 or 20 years. Either way, excepting for possibly replacing the inverter, after 8.5 years this system will be earning almost $2000 per year.
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The Real Truth About Living Off Grid With Solar Energy

We have unlimited power now, right?! Not quite. We discuss what it means to live with our new off grid 5.2kw solar array and how we manage power living off the grid.
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The 'duck curve' is solar energy's greatest challenge

Renewables require change in the energy supply chain.
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Electricity is incredibly difficult to store, so grid operators have to generate it at the exact moment it is demanded. In order to do this, they create incredibly accurate models of the total electric loads, that is how much energy will be consumed on a given day. But as utilities started to produce more energy from renewable sources like solar, the models started to shift as well.
California researchers discovered a peculiarity in their state’s electric load curves, that started to look more and more like a duck. And that duck shaped chart highlights the greatest challenge to solar energy growth in the US.
Vox writer David Roberts has been covering the issue for a few years now. You can read some of his past explainers on the duck curve, and its solutions at the links below:
https://www.vox.com/energy-and-environment/2018/3/20/17128478/solar-duck-curve-nrel-researcher
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/10/10960848/solar-energy-duck-curve
https://www.vox.com/2016/4/8/11376196/california-grid-expansion
https://www.vox.com/2016/2/12/10970858/flattening-duck-curve-renewable-energy
And if you would like to read some of the source material used in the video above, you can check those out here: https://www.caiso.com/documents/flexibleresourceshelprenewables_fastfacts.pdf https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy16osti/65023.pdf
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The thrilling potential for off-grid solar energy | Amar Inamdar

There's an energy revolution happening in villages and towns across Africa -- off-grid solar energy is becoming a viable alternative to traditional electricity systems. In a bold talk about a true leapfrog moment, Amar Inamdar introduces us to proud owners of off-grid solar kits -- and explains how this technology has the opportunity to meet two extraordinary goals: energy access for all and a low-carbon future. "Every household a proud producer as well as consumer of energy," Inamdar says. "That's the democracy of energy." (Followed by a brief Q&A with TEDCuratorChris Anderson)
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Redefining What's Possible for Renewable Energy: Grid Integration

The EnergyDepartment's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) is spearheading engineering innovations that will help optimize the entire energy system, and the lab's analysis capabilities complement that engineering work by identifying ways to integrate renewable energy effectively and economically. This 3-minute video shows how NREL research and analysis are redefining what’s possible for renewable energy on the grid.
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Off Grid Solar Power - How to Calculate Your Needs

Are you trying to figure out how much power you'll need from an off-grid solar power system? This video shows you how to calculate your energy needs to figure out exactly how many watts you need from your panels, what size of inverter and battery you should buy.
SolarSizingCalculatorLink: http://www.renogy.com/calculators
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The Ultimate Guide To DIY Off Grid Solar Power | Tin Hat Ranch

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DIY Solar power may seem like a daunting task. Fear not, this video WILL set you on the right path. We start by unraveling the mystery of off-grid solar power and teach you the basics, how to understand and think about your system. From there, we show you how to access and size the proper system for an off grid back-up or full time off grid system. Once you've got that squared away, we talk all about batteries. Of all the components, batteries are probably the most misunderstood. There are some nuances in solar power that you must be aware of; this video will set you straight on where to mount and how to wire your panels for the best efficiency. Speaking of efficiency, do you know the difference between an MPPT and PWM solar charge controller? Just watch the video. Often the most overlooked component of any off grid system is safety, and for that we've got you covered as well. Finally, we finish up talking about living with your new system. There are LOTS of links in the video to the components used, schematics, and further information. ALL of these can be found on our "UltimateGuide to Off Grid Solar" page- http://goo.gl/e5uZ49
Most Current 2019 Parts List:
Renogy 400 WattPremium Solar Kit: https://amzn.to/2LOsXMM
Renogy 1000 Watt Sine WaveInverter: https://amzn.to/2Rb0k2s
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(4) Batteries: https://www.batteriesplus.com/battery/sli/bci-group-gc2/sligc125
Most installations will require additional components, like a method to mount the panels (basic mount included in Renogy kit), local wiring, battery box, terminal strips, etc. These can be purchased at a local home improvement store.
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GRID TIE INVERTER SOLAR panel POWER EASY Electricity Savings

DIY grid tie solar power using solar panels.
This is a grid tie inverter that is 200 watts. It actually reads a bit higher for various reasons. This was to see how well it worked. POWER INVERTERS.
Electric utility companies refer to residential grid-tie solar power arrays as distributed generation (DG) generators. They use this term because your solar panels are producing and distributing electrical power back into our utility grid.
Islanding refers to the condition of a DG generator that continues to feed the circuit with power, even after power from the electric utility grid has been cut off. Islanding can pose a dangerous threat to utility workers, who may not realize that a circuit is still "live" while attempting to work on the line. Distributed generators must detect islanding and immediately stop feeding the utility lines with power. This is known as anti-islanding. A grid-tied solar power system is required by law to have a gridtie inverter with an anti-islanding function, which senses when a power outage occurs and shuts itself off.
One common misconception is that a grid tied system will continue to generate power during a blackout. Unless there is a battery back-up system, the gridtie solar system will not produce power when the grid is down.

The International Energy Agency projected in 2014 that under its "high renewables" scenario, by 2050, solar photovoltaics and concentrated solar power would contribute about 16 and 11 percent, respectively, of the worldwide electricity consumption, and solar would be the world's largest source of electricity. Most solar installations would be in China and India.

Photovoltaics were initially solely used as a source of electricity for small and medium-sized applications, from the calculator powered by a single solar cell to remote homes powered by an off-grid rooftop PV system. As the cost of solar electricity has fallen, the number of grid-connected solar PV systems has grown into the millions and utility-scale solar power stations with hundreds of megawatts are being built. Solar PV is rapidly becoming an inexpensive, low-carbon technology to harness renewable energy from the Sun.

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But energy experts, even those supportive of renewable energy, say the move could create difficulties for the state’s electric grid as more residents contribute energy to the grid by selling their excess solar power ... “Yes, all that solar going on the grid in the middle of the day ......

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Some Georgia utilities charge steep extra monthly fees for solar-powered homes connected to their system, while offering only small bill credits for extra power they produce and feed to the grid, said Russell Seifert, who chairs the Georgia SolarEnergyAssociation and founded Kennesaw-based solar installer CreativeSolarUSA....

"As a strong advocate for eco-friendly living—which includes doing my part to reduce carbon emissions from the energy we consume—I've equipped my home with 64 solar panels connected to the utility power grid, and the surplus renewable energy we produce is fed onto the grid....

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